Surtsey

geographical name

Surts·​ey ˈsərt-ˌsā How to pronounce Surtsey (audio)
ˈsu̇rt-
island of Iceland off the southern coast area 1 square mile (2.6 square kilometers)

Note: Surtsey was formed by volcanic eruption in 1963.

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“Surtsey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Surtsey. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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